Job Announcement: Contract Specialist, GS-1102-13

Announcement Number
OIG-24-ST-12505668-MS
Opening Date
Closing Date

Duties:

The successful candidate is responsible for providing excellent customer service in contracting and procurement by resolving complex contracting issues, creating innovative solutions for customers, and working well with customers from all OIG components. You will be responsible for the following duties:

  • Solicit, negotiate, award and serve as a technical expert in the preparation and negotiation of the more difficult and complex acquisition actions.
  • Exercise independent judgment in planning, organizing and directing the acquisition and contractual aspect of assigned programs for the USAID/OIG.
  • Monitor and evaluate performance, manage resources, develop plans and take actions to achieve goals.
  • Review, analyze and implement acquisition policies and procedures. Serve as a warranted Contracting Officer with limited authority to obligate the Government.
  • Terminate contract(s) by analyzing, negotiating and settling claims and proposals.
  • Serve as contract administrator, conducting the full range of contract administration actions from award to contract close-out, to include kick off meetings and preparing modifications. Serve as the point of contact concerning contractual matters.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders to negotiate points of view and resolve conflicts.